Instead of trying to brush powder stains off, try blowing on it instead. Then, remove any excess with a hair dryer on the cool setting. If any spots still remain, dab a small amount of makeup remove on the stain using a cotton ball or cotton bud. Time is of the essence, so spot-treat the stains as soon as it occurs.

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Liquid stains

Most liquid makeup, including foundation and mascara, are oil-based. To counter this, use a strong grease-fighting agent like dish soap. Wet the stain and apply dish soap onto the stain with the soft toothbrush, then scrub until the stain is gone. Launder as per usual. If the stain remains, use a mixture of two-thirds dish soap and one-third hydrogen peroxide to spot treat before scrubbing the area. Let the item sit for half an hour before laundering. Photo credit: Urban Outfitters

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Lipstick stains

What sets lipstick stains apart from liquid stains is its wax content. Lipsticks are usually made from a combination of wax and oils, which makes removing stains a little different. The best method of removal is to use a clear laundry detergent. Apply a few drops of detergent onto the stain, let sit for five minutes, then apply a few drops of water. Scrub with a soft toothbrush till the stain is removed. If the stain refuses to budge, follow up with a grease-fighting dish soap. Again, scrub with a soft toothbrush, then launder.

The ultimate guide to removing makeup stains from your clothes

Despite all the care we take, sometimes we end up getting makeup stains on our clothes. Here’s how to remove them for good.

Not too long ago, we talked about how to avoid getting makeup stains onto
your clothes. Hacks included tucking a scarf into the collar of
your shirt and using a damp towel. However, despite our best
efforts, sometimes we do slip up and get makeup onto our clothes.
Let’s just say that busy mornings, a lack of sleep, and terrible
hand-eye coordination do not make for a good mix!

But don’t panic if you’ve accidentally gotten makeup onto your
clothes. There are three common types of makeup stains: powder,
liquid, and lipstick. We’ve scoured the
internet for the best tips and tricks to battle these 3 types of
stains. Regardless of the type of stain, there are a few important
things to keep in mind: don’t try to rub stains away as that will
only “push” the pigment deeper into the fibers of your clothing.
Wash your clothes after spot-treating to ensure that the stain is
really gone for good, and avoid using the dryer after spot-treating
as that may “bake” the stain and make things worse. If all else
fails, head to the nearest dry cleaners and tell them about the
nature of the stain; experts will always be best equipped to deal
with it.

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